Georgian Achilles Intaglio Seal Fob Pendant turquoise Bloodstone panel

Bloodstone panel

Whether or not this antique cuff bangle was directly inspired by the Crystal Palace Dinosaurs we'll never know

Birmingham 1989

set with two rows of alternating sapphires and old cut diamonds

Georgian Achilles Intaglio Seal Fob Pendant turquoise Bloodstone panelDATE: Georgian, c. 1800 Seal, c. 1580 A stunning large scale Georgian seal fob set with a 16th Century hardstone intaglio of Achilles. The fob is beautifully made, dating from the turn of the 19th Century and featuring crescent moon motifs. Achilles, probably the most famous hero of the Trojan War, is depicted here holding a spear and helmet, with shield, breastplate, and various other weapons nearby. A fire bowl is present at his feet, as an